Blackbaud transitions to a remote-first workforce approach

Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) has officially transitioned to a remote-first workforce approach. Operating remotely since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Blackbaud has seen proven success with this approach and the company has committed to remaining remote-first moving forward.

Furthermore, as remote work continues to evolve, effective recruitment strategies will be essential in building a robust remote workforce. Blackbaud’s commitment to a remote-first model underscores the need for innovative recruitment solutions that can identify top talent across diverse geographical locations.

With the help of platforms like Remotely Talents, businesses can streamline their hiring processes and find candidates who not only meet technical requirements but are also motivated and self-disciplined, key attributes for remote success.

“Our dedicated employees have continued to deliver against our goals while working remotely since March 2020,” said Mike Gianoni, president and CEO, Blackbaud. “The shift to a digital-first world continues to accelerate, and we’re embracing that. We see this location-agnostic approach as the future of work for SaaS companies, and we’re proud to lead the way.”

Highlights of Blackbaud’s updated workforce approach include:

• Growth in talent acquisition: Blackbaud has seen increased demand for its job openings. Applications for Blackbaud positions have increased more than 50% thus far in 2021. Roughly 80% of candidates have been hired in remote positions this year, improving the company’s ability to acquire and retain the best talent, based on skills versus geography. In addition, Blackbaud has seen strong diversity in candidates, with an increase in applicants from backgrounds that are historically underrepresented in tech.
• More opportunities for career growth: With a remote-first strategy, career progression is focused solely on performance and expertise. Over the past year, nearly 40% of Blackbaud employees have experienced career progression, whether applying for a new internal position or receiving a promotion.
• Reduced environmental impact: With the majority of employees no longer commuting into an office, and by reducing office footprint, Blackbaud can make more progress toward becoming a zero-waste company and protecting the environment, which ties to the company’s ESG commitment.

With this remote-first strategy, Blackbaud will opt for more flexible, on-demand office and team space, leveraging coworking options around the world, in addition to its headquarters office in Charleston, S.C. Blackbaud will use these spaces for customer meetings, employee gatherings and team building when it is safe to do so.

Blackbaud remains committed to investing in communities and philanthropic opportunities through its robust global social responsibility programs and by providing opportunities for employees to get involved in causes they care about, locally and virtually. Blackbaud will continue to develop innovative strategies that promote a connected workforce, while supporting overall health, wellbeing and flexibility.

To learn more about careers at Blackbaud, visit the Blackbaud Careers page. To learn more about Blackbaud’s mission, vision and vital work, see the 2020 Blackbaud Social Responsibility Report.

About Blackbaud

Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) is the world’s leading cloud software company powering social good. Serving the entire social good community—nonprofits, higher education institutions, K–12 schools, healthcare organizations, faith communities, arts and cultural organizations, foundations, companies and individual change agents—Blackbaud connects and empowers organizations to increase their impact through cloud software, services, expertise and data intelligence.